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KGE 235T

1979 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2022
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

245 mi
Last recorded245 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2021
Typical for 1979 Ford Escort49,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKGE 235T
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 25 Mar 2021 245 miles

corrosion appearing to off side rear inner panel in area of rear leaf spring shackle

Pass 12 Mar 2019 98,027 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 95,130 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 91,878 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 90,885 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 88,889 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 87,719 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 86,135 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 84,904 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 82,361 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 80,312 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 78,369 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 78,211 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2005 77,604 miles

Both front wheel bearings have slight wear.

Slight lift in n/s/end of steering rack †

How Reliable is the Ford Escort?

Based on 4,961,191 MOT tests across 821,553 vehicles.

63.1%
Pass Rate
4,830
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
821,553
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 465,333
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 447,459
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 433,778
Brake pipe excessively corroded 419,450
constant velocity joint gaiter split 203,602
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KGE 235T is a 1979 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 49,279 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Escort fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 465,333 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KGE 235T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Escort typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 47 years old, this Ford Escort is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KGE 235T registered?

KGE 235T is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 21 May 1979.

Is KGE 235T safe to buy?

The MOT history for KGE 235T shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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